Let The Little Light Shine Discussion Guide

This discussion guide aims to support critical dialogues about concepts presented in the documentary Let The Little Light Shine. A series of discussion questions invite viewers to grapple with, examine and converse with the following topics: gentrification of Historically Black neighborhoods; the power of youth activism and advocacy; racism in the American education system; and building thriving educational communities. The guide further offers four customizable activities, mutable to fit various group settings, designed to lead viewers in personal, creative, research and advocacy exercises.

Educational Materials for Let The Little Light Shine were developed in partnership with Impact Media Partners LLC. Thank you to film participants Elisabeth Greer and Isaac Castelaz for their time and contributions to campaign materials. And a special thank you to special advisor Olajumoke Obaya, Director of the National Racial Equity Initiative for Social Justice (NREI) with the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation for your guidance and support.

Engagement and Education Writer: Caits Meissner

Graphic Design: Zinna Riley